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Tone Register IdentificationSet 4

1Which sentence from "The Last Dog" best supports how the reader should feel at the end of the story?

2Bella, the magical unicorn, flew high in the sky. She soared among the clouds, feeling the swift wind in her face. She loved looking down on the enchanted forest and all the wonderful creatures living there. What is the author's purpose?

3Determine the author's point of view in a text where the rhetoric is particularly effective.

4Which statement explains the author's viewpoint?

5What is the author's purpose? Snow is made up of individual ice crystals that grow while suspended in the atmosphere-usually within clouds-and then fall, accumulating on the ground. Snowflakes form in a variety of shapes and sizes.

6Are you a teacher? Do you give homework? Have you considered alternatives to nightly homework assignments? Research has shown that nightly homework may not be as effective as once thought. Consider your homework plan, and see if there are ways to lessen the burden of homework while still maintaining.

7Understanding the author's ..... and intended audience helps you grasp the message's meaning.

8What is probably the author's tone in the passage?

9Which of these sentences BEST demonstrates that George is feeling grief that Stella died?

10What is the writer's overall opinion on intensive farming?

11"I remembered Mr. Brunner's serious expression, his thousand-year-old eyes. I will accept only the best from you, Percy Jackson."

12Reflecting on the emotions conveyed by the actor in the musical play, "Les Miserables" .

13The narrator's final reaction shows

14What is the genre of From Seed to Plant?

15The story ends with a tone of-

16Read the following passage:"He smiled understandingly-much more than understandingly. It was one of those rare smiles with a quality of eternal reassurance in it that you may come across four or five times in life. It faced-or seemed to face-the whole eternal world for an instant, and then concentrated on your with an irresistible prejudice in your favor"What is the best word for the tone in this passage?

17Mrs. Jimenez always wore starched shirts and long, dark skirts. She wore her hair in a tight bun and her mouth was set in a permanent frown. The lines around her eyes were more from squinting at badly behaved students than from laughing.What do we learn about Mrs. Jimenez? How do we know?

18What is the author's purpose for writing a passage like the following?A bookmark with facts about garbage, such as the average weight of garbage created each year by each individual and the height and width of the largest pile of garbage

19The feeling the writer creates is called the

20True or false: A website that is appropriate will be at a sixth grade reading level and have content that makes you feel comfortable.

21Identify the tone of the following line:" We are so sorry. We can't drive in this weather. It looks like we won't be able to attend Thanksgiving dinner this year."

22The narrator tells Fortunato, "I was silly enough to pay the full Amontillado price with out consulting you in the matter." To what in Fortunato is he appealing?

23Determine a personality trait after reading: "After he arrived 25 minutes late for the date, he proceeded to honk the horn from his car, forcing me to scamper across the ice-covered steps in my stilettos."

24Direction: Identify whether the statement is FANTASY or REALITY.Mothers usually carry their young for nine months in their womb.

25Which of the following best describes the tone of 'The Knight at Dawn'?

26Animals are divided into categories. They are grouped according to the things they have in common. One category is birds. All birds have feathers. They are warm-blooded. Birds lay eggs and they have wings. Most birds fly, but there are some that do not.

27Which of the following best describes the tone of the 'Starr Review'?

28As explained in the selection from "The Worms of the Earth Against the Lions," which of the following best characterizes the laborers' actions on their march toward London?

29David sat on the chair. He looked at the dentist walking towards him holding a small mirror and a sharp pointed tool. He started sweating and clenching his fists.

30Explain the mood created by the following passage: 'The old house creaked and groaned, sending shivers down the protagonist's spine.'

31What is the author's purpose? "I passed through the seven levels of the Candy Cane forest, through the sea of swirly twirly gum drops, and then I walked through the Lincoln Tunnel" exclaimed Buddy the Elf.

32The wind howled like a wolf, the thunder rolled, and the lightning drew zigzag lines across the sky. With the sights and sounds of the thunderstorm cloaking his room, Charlie awoke from his night's sleep. As he peeked out from under the covers, a dark, shifting shadow appeared on the wall of his room.

33Candace started to reply, but began to sneeze instead. As her eyes began to get watery, Candace said good-bye to the kitten, and put him down. She walked away feeling sorry for herself.

34MLK's "I Have a Dream" ..... "I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character" (104-107).Based on this statement, how does King feel about the future of America?

35The repeated description of "hot, baking air and the smell of blood" in the nursery contributes to what mood?

36A reader who pauses appropriately and groups words meaningfully is demonstrating:

37Which of these best describes the tone of "War on Words?"

38Hamsters for sale! We have a large selection of hamsters. They're interesting and loving pets. You'll love having one!

39Here is an excerpt from Number the Stars"With a swift motion the Nazi officer slapped Mama across her face. She staggered backward, and a white mark on her cheek darkened." What is the tone and mood of this excerpt

40How did the character feel in the story?

41"Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" by Jonathan Edwards which is a sermon.What is the author's purpose in this sermon?

42Feelings the reader experiences while reading the story

43In "The Sniper", why does O'Flaherty set the story at night approaching dawn, and how does it affect the mood?

44I wonder who invented paper plates? He was a clever guy! Imagine having to lug heavy plates to a picnic, and then have to carry them home again.What is the author's perspective?

45What is the author's purpose for this passage?Janet sighed as she tossed her heavy backpack onto her bed. "Another long night of homework," she thought. "And I wanted to watch TV tonight!"

46Winter is the best season ever. It's the only time you can go sledding or build a snowman. What is the author's point of view about the topic?

47Many people don't like bees. However, without these helpful insects, we would not have many of our favorite flowers or fruits. When bees drink nectar from flowers, they carry away pollen. Bees leave the pollen on the next plant they visit. This helps create necessary new plants. What is the author's viewpoint about bees?

48The deer population has grown tremendously in recentyears. Each year at hunting season, hunters are able to help control the deer population and prevent many deer from starving.What is the author's perspective?

49What feeling does Roz express towards Brightbill right before she migrates?

50What is the mood of Milo at the beginning of the passage?

51Brant couldn't help but be nervous. The basketball tournament would determine which middle school team would go on to the state championships. He knew he was a strong player, and he believed in his team. Still, he wondered if they really stood a chance against the team from Wilson Middle School. What is the author's purpose in the paragraph above?

52Which of these is a clue to the author's point of view?

53What is the purpose of analyzing tone in nonfiction?

54What is the author's purpose in writing a text that persuades readers to adopt pets from animal shelters?

55When Sarah was telling about her last place finish in the competition, her cheeks turned red and she had trouble looking her friend in the eyes.How is Sarah feeling?

56Which of the following lines (cited textual evidence) contribute to the overall tone of optimism in the poem?

57Which word best describes the tone of "A Blessing" ?

58How can you identify the author's tone in an SAT Reading passage?

59Florida is a state in the southern United States. The capital is Tallahassee. The state flower is the orange blossom. The state bird is the mockingbird. Florida became the 27th state in 1845. The state tree is the Sabal Palm. There are many beaches and cities in Florida.

60Skill 13:Determine the Tone, Purpose, or Course.The question about the purpose is asking what the author is trying to list in the passage.

61Oral reading, often of poetry, that makes use of various voice combinations and contrasts to create meaning or highlight the tonal qualities of a passage.